Thursday’s episode of General Hospital turns its focus to a relationship that was supposed to be nothing more than an arrangement. Michael and Jacinda, who only recently agreed to pretend they were dating, now find themselves taking a much bigger step than they planned. What started as an act is quickly turning into something far less simple.

Michael decides the only way to strengthen their story is to bring Jacinda into his world, starting with his father. This sudden introduction to Sonny could either reinforce their narrative or expose the cracks they’re trying to hide. Sonny already suspects Michael is playing a longer strategy, but he isn’t aware of the smaller details that hold it together. How he reacts to Jacinda may determine how far this plan can go.

Jacinda and Michael’s earlier conversation hinted at a shift, too. Michael seemed genuinely invested in learning more about her, blurring the lines between convenient partnership and something a bit more personal.

Meanwhile, Chase continues digging into the shooting of Drew, ignoring official boundaries and following his own instincts. A new preview shows him convinced he has evidence that Michael misled investigators. The detective insists he can prove Michael gave police an alibi that doesn’t hold up. Whether this involves placing Michael near Drew’s home or noticing a gap in Michael and Jacinda’s timeline remains unclear.

With Tracy still out of town, Chase has no help from one of his usual sources, making his claim even more intriguing.

Elsewhere, Thursday’s updates point to Laura stumbling upon something unsettling. Given the show’s recent history, discoveries like this rarely end well. With Professor Henry Dalton still unresolved in Sidwell’s list of problems, the possibility of danger around him grows.

Britt, who pushed Sidwell to act for Rocco’s sake, now seems shaken. Her reaction hints that the situation may involve more than simply clearing Rocco’s name. Dalton’s own safety could now be part of the equation.

Lucas, still stung by Carly’s criticism of his decision to move in with Marco at Wyndemere, continues to lean on Ava’s support. His gratitude towards her is clear, and now he and Marco are set to share a meal with his aunt as he distances himself from Carly’s disapproval.
As Thursday unfolds, every choice deepens the tension, leaving each character wondering which truth will surface first and at what cost.